{"product_id":"4560329803783","title":"METAL CHURCH Congregation of Annihilation Japan Music CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\nMetal Church, the pioneers of American power and thrash metal, have released a new album after overcoming the deaths of two singers! Formed in 1980, Metal Church has maintained their position as the true kings of American heavy metal for over 30 years, despite a breakup, and now releases their 13th album! Center member Kurt Vanderhoof (guitar) established their unique power metal sound with dark riffs that pioneered thrash metal. Their 1984 debut album had a significant influence on subsequent artists such as Lars of Metallica. While they gained popularity with exceptional singers like David Wayne and Mike Howe, they temporarily ceased activities in 1994. Kurt later resumed activities, and after several singer changes, including Ronnie Munro of Vicious Rumors (who will be touring Japan this time), Mike Howe made a miraculous return in 2015 after 20 years. By 2018, they had released two albums and returned to Japan. In 2020, they released \"From The Vault\" on Rubicon Music, seemingly entering another golden age, when Mike Howe suddenly passed away. The band suffered a major blow, but Kurt worked tirelessly to keep the band going. In 2023, Mark Lopez, formerly of Manowar's Ross the Boss band, joined the band, and they created their long-awaited new album, \"Congregation of Annihilation,\" which is their greatest masterpiece yet! Mark Lopez delivers a superb vocal performance, carrying on the legacy of David and Mike! The album's songs are truly representative of Metal Church, and it's a fantastic work that will satisfy even the long-time fans. The current band boasts an incredible lineup: Kurt, Mark, Rick Van Zandt (guitar) and Steve Unger (bass), who have supported Kurt since 2012, and Stet Howland (drums), a highly renowned member of W.A.S.P. since the 90s who joined the band in 2017! The Japanese edition includes bonus tracks exclusive to Japan, in addition to the overseas bonus tracks! Liner notes: Lyrics and translations included, plus an interview with Kurt Vanderhoof! Tracklist 1. Another Judgement Day 3:38 2. Congregation Of Annihilation 4:25 3. Pick a God And Prey 4:39 4. Children of the Lie 5:48 5. Me the Nothing 5:34 6. Making Monsters 5:30 7. Say A Prayer With 7 Bullets 3:36 8. These Violent Thrills 3:46 9. All That We Destroy 4:12 10. My Favorite Sin (Bonus Track) 4:25 My Favorite Thing 11. The Dreams (That Don't Come True) (Japan bonus track) 4:17 The Dreams (That Don't Come True) Lineup Kurdt Vanderhoof: Guitars Steve Unger: Bass Rick Van Zandt: Guitars Stet Howland: Drums Marc Lopes: Vocals Produce, engineering by Kurdt Vanderhoof Engineering by Johnny Hyatt Artwork: Jean Michel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227100012853,"sku":"4560329803783","price":4300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5966\/5973\/files\/51dTeriuyoL._AC.jpg?v=1785377671","url":"https:\/\/tokyojapancdshop.com\/products\/4560329803783","provider":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}